Orchids have always had a massive specialist following among collectors, but with the new "easy-care" hybrids, even beginner gardeners are becoming seduced by the exotic splendors of orchids. This latest addition to our popular Gardener's Guide series dispels the mystery surrounding the cultivation of orchids while bringing the descriptions of plants right up to date for specialists. The orchid group includes around 750 genera and 17,500 species, with an even larger number of hybrids; this book, therefore, is a guide to the best varieties. Authors Wilma and Brian Rittershausen clearly describe modern methods of cultivation to reveal that new hybrids can be grown in much the same way as other houseplants, without the need for a greenhouse or any other special equipment. Readers will enjoy a splendid combination of expert cultivation advice, up-to-date lists of cultivars, and beautiful photos.
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The orchid group is vast, and the interest in growing these plants is, likewise, enormous. This beautifully illustrated guide should help to demystify the cultivation requirements associated with greenhouse-grown plants and orchids raised within one's home. The Ritterhausens share expert advice on all aspects of orchid care; offer tips on propagating; and suggest methods to prepare flowering specimens for exhibition. Readers will look to the book's up-to-date listing for descriptions and attributes of available plants, along with plenty of wise counsel on the particular needs of numerous species and hybrids. Plenty of eye-catching photographs will appeal to hobbyists, while experienced orchid lovers will appreciate the depth of knowledge this practical manual contains. Alice Joyce
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A couple of English orchid specialists offer an introduction to growing orchids in the home and greenhouse. Covers general care, indoor cultivation, growing media and repotting, pests and diseases, propagation, exhibition, and an A-to-Z of popular, easier-care orchids emphasizing species but including a number of hybrids. Includes 76 fine quality color photographs and line drawings. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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In the twenty-first century the orchid is far better understood than it has been at any time in the past. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
intermediate house, epiphytic genus, leading pseudobulb, oldest pseudobulbs, rounded pseudobulbs, green pseudobulbs, warmest end, pendent flower spikes, oval pseudobulbs, stout pseudobulbs, clustered pseudobulbs, orchids indoors, leafless pseudobulbs, small pseudobulbs, several named varieties, pretty species, cool house, back bulbs, mottled foliage, handsome species, several spikes, old compost, lateral sepals, small genus, shady position Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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intermediate house, epiphytic genus, leading pseudobulb, oldest pseudobulbs, rounded pseudobulbs, green pseudobulbs, warmest end, pendent flower spikes, oval pseudobulbs, stout pseudobulbs, clustered pseudobulbs, orchids indoors, leafless pseudobulbs, small pseudobulbs, several named varieties, pretty species, cool house, back bulbs, mottled foliage, handsome species, several spikes, old compost, lateral sepals, small genus, shady position Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
South America, West Indies, Hybrids Hybridization New!
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- The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Orchids by Alec Pridgeon in Back Matter
- Encyclopedia of Orchids by Alec Pridgeon in Back Matter
- The Manual of Cultivated Orchid Species: 3rd Edition by Helmut Bechtel in Back Matter
- The Orchid in Lore and Legend by Luigi Berliocchi in Back Matter
- Success with Orchids by Wilma Rittershausen in Back Matter
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